Pathum Thani Attractions, Attractions in Pathum Thani, what to do in Pathum Thani, Pathum Thani Sightseeing

City Pillar ShrineLocation : Mueang District
City Pillar Shrine The City Pillar Shrine is made of the wood of the golden
shower tree, or Chaiyaphruek in 1977. The shrine located in the City Hall compound
and this shrine is four-gabled pavilion which house the statues of the gods Naraya
and Vishnu. A spire top, or Prang, shelters the majestic city pillar. In addition,
inside is the statue of a four-handed Naraya, and a bronze-cast Vishnu statue. In
the rear of the Mondop (a sacred square structure with a spire), reside Phra Yot
Thong votive tablets of a temple named Wat Kai Tia as well as many sacred charms
and amulets from Pathum Thani.

Opening Hours

: Daily from 08.00 am. - 06.00 pm.

Wat Chinwararam

Location : Mueang DistrictWat Chinwararam
or known as Wat Makham Tai. This temple will has mural paintings telling the story
of the Lord Buddha's previous lives which it is the main interest of Wat Chinwararam.
They are called "Phra Chao Sip Chat" (ten lives of the Lord) and have poetic descriptions.
The temple’s buildings are also of rich ancient architectural style.

Wat ChinwararamHow to get there : Wat Chinwararam located
on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River opposite the mouth of Khlong Rangsit Prayunsak.
It located just 2 kilometers from the intersection of Bangkok - Pathum Thani Road.

Wat Hong Pathummawat

Location : Mueang DistrictWat Hong Pathummawat
was constructed in Thon Buri period by the Mon ethnic group from Burma which this
temple located on the west bank of the majestic Chao Phraya River. Wat Hong Pathummawat
is Mon-style temple which notice from the signature structure of temple, a column
topped by the sculpture of a swan (“Hongsa” or “Hamsa”), symbolizing Pegu or Hongsawadi,
the Mon capital city. Inside are replicas of an important Buddha image, Phra Phuttha
Chinnarat and a Mon-style Chedi (or stupa), whose original is located in Hongsawadi.
Inside the shrine hall, murals depict the Lord Buddha’s life and history.

Wat Mon has been nationally recognized for efforts to preserve indigenous fish
in a project located in front of the temple. Those who come to pay respect to the
Buddha images at the temple often feed the many species of fish living in the nearby
Chao Phraya river, ranging from striped catfish to black-ear catfish.

Opening Hours

: Daily from 08.00 am. - 05.00 pm.

Wat Chankapho

Location : Sam Khok District
Wat Chankapho Wat Chankapho at first it was called Wat Kwo, named after an
auspicious tree similar to the golden shower tree. Wat Chankapho was constructed
by the Mon ethnic minority group during King Rama II era. Inside the temple is a
cultural hall holding a collection of Mon objets d’art. The temple is an important
ceremonial venue of Pathum Thani locals for events such as Ok Hoi Pachu, Takhap
Flag competition, and alms-giving ceremonies.

How to get there :
Wat Chankapho is located on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River and about 6 kilometers
from City Hall in Bang Toei Sub-district.

Opening Hours

: Daily from 08.00 am. - 05.00 pm.

Wat Chedi Thong

Location : Sam Khok DistrictWat Chedi Thong
is located on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River, inside the temple has a Mon-style
Chedi or stupa which was constructed during the early Rattanakosin era. The temple’s
architecture imitates the Burmese “Chittakong” stupa. In addition, a respected white
jade Buddha image is enshrined at the temple.

How to get there :
Wat Chedi Thong is located 8 kilometers from Pathum Thani Town. Visitors can take
the Pathum Thani - Sam Khok route for approximately 8 kilometers and turn right
for 500 meters before reaching the temple.

Opening Hours

: Daily from 08.00 am. - 04.30 pm.

Wat Phailom

Location : Sam Khok DistrictWat Phailom is
the temple that has Mon-style Chedi, or stupa, constructed during the early Rattanakosin
era. The temple’s architecture imitates the Burmese “Chittakong” stupa. In addition,
a respected white jade Buddha image is enshrined at the temple.

Wat Phailom
is well known for the annual migration of open-billed storks from Siberia. They
reside in and around the monastery from November, their mating period, until their
babies are grown big enough to fly, usually in June.

How to get
there : Wat Phailom located on the east bank of the Chao Phraya River in
Sam Khok District. Drive to the Pathum Thani - Sam Khok route for approximately
8 kilometers and turn right for 500 meters before reaching the temple.

Opening Hours

: Daily from 08.00 am. - 04.30 pm.

Wat Sing

Location : Sam Khok DistrictWat
Sing Wat Sing is the first Mon style temple of Pathum Thani, constructed
by Mon ethnic minority migrants from Burma. Wat Sing houses an Ayutthaya-style gilded
Buddha image, Luang Pho To, depicted in a rare Mara posture, as well as the statue
of Luang Pho Phet, a reclining Buddha image. Within the compound is also a museum
for Mon antiques, once the residence of the temple’s monks. A teak reproduction
of the footprint of the Lord Buddha as well as a bedstead utilized by King Rama
II during his visit to Sam Khok are on display. Visitors can also witness a local
craft - the area is known for the production of old-style Mon bricks, signature
Pathum Thani products.

How to get there : Wat Sing located
on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River. Take the Pathum Thani-Sam Khok route
for approximately 3 kilometers and turn right at the crossroads to the temple.

Opening Hours

: Daily from 08.00 am. - 05.00 pm.

Wat Song Phi Nong

Location : Sam Khok DistrictWat Song Phi Nong
was constructed in 1867 which located on the bank of the Chao Phraya River above
Wat Phai Lom. In the temple there are two sacred Buddha images are enshrined which
including the U Thong art-style Buddha images of Luangpho Phet, a laterite statue
in the subduing Mara posture and Luangpho Phloi, a carved stone statue. The latter
is a replica of an original that was tragically stolen, although the replacement
is still widely respected.

Opening Hours

: Daily from 08.00 am. - 05.00 pm.

Wat Bua Khwan

Location : Lat Lum Kaeo DistrictWat Bua Khwan
is an ancient temple to contain a Buddha image in the attitude of starving, which
was cast in the reign of King Rama V. Another important attraction is the pavilion
where King Rama VI presided over a ploughing ceremony, called "Sala Daeng" having
teak tile roofing which is regarded as exquisite.

Wat Chedi Hoi

Location : Lat Lum Kaeo District
Wat Chedi Hoi Wat Chedi Hoi has numerous shells of giant oysters dating back
some 8 million years, were discovered. The shells weighing at least 1 kilogram each,
are arranged into a chedi and thus, the monastery's name. Inside the compound is
also a museum collecting Buddha images, artwork, antiques, and many old utensils
such as Sam Khok water jars, pottery and engraved wood. An herb garden as well as
turtle and fish ponds provide scenic spots to relax and even feed the animals.

How to get there : Wat Chedi Hoi located at Bo Ngoen Sub-district.
Take Highway No. 341 (Pathum Thani - Lat Lum Kaeo) to kilometer marker No.21-22
and turning into the road for approximately 10 kilometers before reaching the temple.

Opening Hours

: Daily from 08.00 am. - 04.30 pm.

Wat Phut Udom

Location : Lam Luk Ka DistrictWat Phut Udom
is housed of Luangpho Sothon Buddha image, inside the shrine hall, or Ubosot has
small stairs leading upwards towards an artistic depiction of the 6 realms of heaven,
as well as downwards to a depiction of hell. Which sculpture depicting widely-held
beliefs regarding sins and merit-making in Buddhism.

How to get there
: Wat Phut Udom is in Lam Sai Sub-district, Lam Luk Ka District, just 31
kilometers from the National Memorial along Highway No. 3312. There is a minibus
provided from Min Buri, Nong Chok, and Saphan Mai heading to the temple throughout
the day.

Opening Hours

: Daily from 08.00 am. - 05.00 pm.

Museums

Rare Stone MuseumLocation : Mueang District
Rare Stone Museum The Rare Stone Museum was collection the rare stones more
than ten thousand stones from Thailand and all over the world and display at this
museum. Exhibits include precious stones, fossils, crystals, stalactites and more.
Collections of ashtrays and cigarette labels are also on display.

How to get there : The easiest way to reach the museum is to take
a van from Victory Monument to Future Park Rangsit (takes about 30 minutes) and
from there take a taxi to the museum. The taxi ride is about 6 kilometers and should
take about 10 minutes. If traveling from Future Park Rangsit, take the Rangsit -
Pathum Thani Road heading west. The museum is located before Poon Sap Market.

Opening Hours

: Daily from 08.00 am. - 05.00 pm.

Admission

: 150 Baht (Price are subject to change)

Contact

: Tel. 0 2581 4835

National Science Museum

Location : Khlong Luang District
National Science Museum The National Science Museum is home to provide knowledge
of the importance and the benefits of information and telecommunication technology
in everyday life. The exhibits are aimed at educating to inspire future generation
to pursue this field for a sustainable development of the country.

The Science
Museum separated into 5 zones, following the timeline of information technology,
the exhibition are in order from prehistoric communication technology, Modern Information
Technology, Analysis technology, Computers and Developing Quality of Life using
Information Technology.

Inside The Science Museum, fun-filled displays inform
and entertain. The first floor contains a photo gallery, scientific works and a
gigantic model of the earth. On the second floor is a life-like reconstruction of
an Australopithecus fossil nicknamed Lucy by the scientific community, as well as
displays on space travel. Other floors hold even more fascinating exhibits: the
geography and geology of Thailand, for instance; human anatomy; and even a natural
science museum.

How to get there : National Science Museum
located in Khlong Hok Sub-district, within the compound of the Technopolis Complex,
4 kilometers from the intersection of the Rangsit - Nakhon Nayok Road, the museum
is accessible by taking air-conditioned bus No. 1155, Rangsit - Future Park - Science
Museum Line. It is distinctive due to its design into a dice shape.

Location: Khlong Luang District
The Golden Jubilee Museum of Agriculture The Golden Jubilee Museum of Agriculture
is a training centre, an academic seminar venue on agriculture and a source for
education on the royal projects. The museum exhibit the story on agriculture through
modern technology and models, covering every aspect of the agricultural process
such as land development, forestry, fishery, animal husbandry and ecological system,
the outside there are greenhouses, demonstrating rice fields and a presentation
of the farmers’ lifestyles in every region of Thailand.

How to get
there : The Golden Jubilee Museum of Agriculture is located in Khlong Nueng
Sub-district (Km. 46-48 Phahonyothin Road), opposite the Nava Nakorn Industrial
Promotion Zone.

Location: Khlong Luang District
The Southeast Asian Ceramics Museum (SEACM) The Southeast Asian Ceramics
Museum (SEACM) was established to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the founding
of Bangkok University in 2002. The museum was collected more than 2,000 ancient
valuable ceramics which donated By Surat Osathanugrah. It is aimed at instilling
an appreciation for ceramics in students and art enthusiasts alike. It is also be
a center for research and training on all aspects of historic ceramics.

Furthermore, the museum is responsible for the housing and preservation of valuable
collections of ancient ceramics, most of them made in Thailand or imported into
Thailand during ancient times; collating data and information related to ceramic
wares and potteries; identifying the various types of ceramics according to their
origins and characteristics; documenting and safeguarding the collections; organizing
educational activities and more.

How to get there: SEACM
is located inside Bangkok University, Rangsit Campus. Take buses No. 29 and 39,
the Rangsit - Pratunam Phra In bus, air-conditioned buses No. 29, 39, or 510, or an
air-conditioned van travelling the Victory Monument-BU Rangsit Campus. Alternatively,
visitors may also take a taxi.

Location : Thanyaburi DistrictChokchai Museum
is a treasure house of mementoes belonging to the man who has kept the legendary
Farm Chokchai alive for over half a century. The museum divide into 5 floor:
Floor 1 - Show Vintage Cars.
Floor 2 - Show replicas of antlers, horns and tusks, including three black ivories
(a pair plus another single tusk: only one other pair exists in Thailand).
Floor 3 - Experience Mr. Chokchai’s tough life as a young farmer in 1957 (2,500 B.E.).
Floor 4 - Pray for divine blessings at the various displays of religious artifacts.
Floor 5 - Take a journey through Dong Playa Fai, a dry evergreen forest, and see how
this World Heritage Site looked back in 1956 (2499 B.E.).

How to get there : Chokchai Museum located on Viphavadee - Rangsit Road.,
Kukod Sub-district, Lam Luk Ka District, Pathum Thani. It is conveniently reached by car or taxi.

: Adult 500 Baht, Child 300 Baht (Price are subject to change)
* Children under 12 years old. * Children up to 5 years old free
of charge.

Contact

: Tel. 0 2532 2846 ext. 1903, 0 2998 9346

Lotus Museum

Location : Thanyaburi District
Lotus Museum Lotus Museum was established in 2000 under a project of Princess
Maha Chakri Sirindhorn. The Museum was gathering and conserving, aiming to collect,
cultivate, maintain and study, lotus varieties. At first time, the museum had only
forty varieties, but, now it has more than one hundred ones, such as nelumbo nucifera
gaertn (Bua Huang), water lily (Bua Pan), pink water-lily (Bua Sai), victoria (Bau
Vitoria) and other sacred lotuses, on eighteen rai area of the University.

How to get there : The Lotus Museum is located inside Rajamangala
University of Technology Thanyaburi, Rangsit-Nakhon Nayok Road, Khlong Hok Sub-district,
Thanyaburi District, Pathumthani.

Opening Hours

: Daily from 08.30 am. - 04.30 pm.

Contact

: Tel. 0 2549 3043, 08 9692 9808

Exhibition Centres

The National Archives
in Commemoration of H.M. the King's Golden JubileeLocation : Khlong Luang District
The National Archives in Commemoration of H.M. the King's Golden Jubilee
The National Archives in Commemoration of H.M. the King's Golden Jubilee was constructed
in 1996 on the occasion of the 50th Anniversary of His Majesty’s Accession to the
Throne by the Fine Arts Department, use money more than 720 million baht to the
construction of this center. Its name was bestowed by His Majesty the King himself.
The National Archives is spread out over approximately 30 acres, constructed in
the applied Thai architecture of King Rama IX. It comprises a group of 4 buildings,
connected and arranged around an all-purpose square, totaling 20,000 square meters.
The multi-story buildings contain spaces dedicated to archives, research, exhibitions
of royal activities and initiatives, alongside the square, where activities are
often organized.

The National Archives has become a center for study and
research as well as the display and preservation of documents related to His Majesty’s
life. Royal works, such as speeches, compositions, paintings and audio recordings
can be admired here.

Opening Hours

: Mon - Fri 09.00 am. - 04.30 pm.

Contact

: Tel. 0 2902 7940 ext. 111, 113.

The Supreme Artist Hall

Location : Khlong Luang DistrictThe Supreme
Artist Hall was constructed to celebrate the King's honor on the occasion of the
50th year of reign and collect & display Works of National Artists from past until
nowadays.

The three-story building is divided into seven rooms: one for
administration,
one for temporary exhibition, five for permanent exhibition (two for the Supreme
Artist, and three for 151 National Artists / since 1985-2003). The exhibition halls
are equipped with modern mixed media; such as video, multimedia computer, video
CD, CD, duratane picture, diorama, karaoke, photo sticker box, slide multi-vision
etc.

How to get there : The Supreme Artist Hall is located
at Khlong 5 (Canal 5) in Khlong Luang District.

Opening Hours

: Tue - Sun 09.30 am. - 04.00 pm.

Contact

: Tel. 0 2986 5020-4

The National Memorial

Location : Lam Luk Ka District
The National Memorial The National Memorial is under the supervision of the
Armed Forces Education Department, Supreme Command Headquarters on an area of nearly
15 acres. Inside The National Memorial are displays depicting the evolution of military
uniforms and insignias throughout history. It is a memorial extolling the heroic
deeds of Thai forefathers who used their intellect, talent and lives to protect
the Kingdom. It is also a museum promoting awareness of Thai history and major Thai
battles, including the Thai military’s missions abroad in the Vietnam War and the
Korean War, presented through dioramas photo galleries.

In front of the building
is a beautifully engraved marble statue of King Rama V, one and a half times life
size. Another fascinating element is the display of visual art pieces on a 90-meter
arch, telling the story of Thailand from the Sukhothai period to the Rattanakosin
period. Outside the building lie massive decommissioned military weapons.

How to get there : The National Memorial is located in Khu
Khot Sub-district where Vibhavadi Rangsit Road and Phahonyothin Road connect. It
is accessible by taking the buses No. 29, 34, 39, 59, 95, and air-conditioned buses
No. 504, 510, 524, 529 and 555.

Opening Hours

: Mon - Fri 09.00 am. - 12.00 pm., 01.00 pm. - 03.00 pm.

Admission

: Free

Contact

: Tel. 0 2532 1021-1

Markets

Khlong Sam Floating MarketLocation : Khlong Luang DistrictKhlong Sam
Floating Market is one of tourist attractions to tell the story on the beautiful
living of people who live near the river in the ancient time, nice culture and festivals
amidst the modern life. With a length of more than 20 kilometers along this
canal, we will witness more than 100 small boats, containing every kind of products
for sale offered to visitors such as agricultural produce, handicrafts, and local
products of Pathum Thani, various kinds of foods and desserts, or souvenirs.

Opening Hours

: Daily from 08.00 am. - 05.00 pm.

Talad Thai

Location : Thanyaburi District
Talad Thai Talad Thai is the largest international standard wholesale and
retail market in Thailand. Talad Thai has many various products from around Thailand
such as food products and all agricultural produces including fruits, vegetables,
cut flowers and pot plants.

How to get there: Talad Thai
is located on 200 acres of land in Rangsit Sub-district, Thanyaburi District on
the outskirts of Bangkok and can be accessed via Phahonyothin Road.

Opening Hours

: Open daily, 24 hours a day

Zoos & Amusement Parks

Dream WorldLocation: Thanyaburi District
Dream World Dream World is a big amusement park and very popular both Thai &
Foreigner. This amusement park is a relaxing entertainment venue for young families
and individuals alike. Dream World comprises 4 zones, each with its own theme. Dream
World Plaza is full of beautiful and elegant architecture. Dream Garden is a relaxing
area filled with greenery, centered on a lake. A cable car offers panoramic views
from the sky. Fantasy Land takes inspiration from fairy tales: Sleeping Beauty’s
castle, the Gingerbread House, and the house of a giant are available to delight
and fascinate visitors. Finally, Adventure Land has rides and games, such as Space
Train, Viking Ship, and Snow Town, where artificial snow and ice offers respite
from the heat.

How to get there : Dream World is located
in Bueng Yitho Sub-district, Km. 7 on the Rangsit-Nakhon Nayok road, Khlong Sam.
Take air-conditioned bus No. 538 from Victory Monument or take a BMTA bus to Rangsit,
changing to any bus heading to Rajamangala University of Technology and get off
at Dream World.

Boat Library and Bang Prok CommunityLocation : Mueang DistrictThe Bang Prok Community
was constructed for preserved and revitalized the Mon ethnic minority culture which
it is an age-old community. The people in the community worked together to build
a library in an old boat, which now rests under the shade of a banyan tree, aged
more than 100 years. It has become a center for learning and research for Mon and
Thai youths.

In addition, many classes are taught at the library, including
computer classes, traditional Thai dancing classes, traditional Thai long drum classes
and other traditional Thai music classes. The Boat Library serves as a center for
locally made products as well, being both the production site and store for community
products.

A playground is provided for children, and a welcome center sometimes
holds Mon musical and dance performances. Traditional Mon cuisine is also cooked
here, for instance, Khao Chae (steamed rice in cold scented water, served with condiments)
or Kalamae (Thai rice caramel). Mon cultural shows such as the Hang Hong-Thong Takhap
procession, a traditional Thai medicine center, organic fertilizer production center
and souvenirs made from remnants round out the activities and goods on offer.

Opening Hours

: Daily from 08.00 am. - 05.00 pm.

Contact

: Tel. 0 2581 1252, 08 6355 8306

Muay Thai Institute

Location : Thanyaburi District
Muay Thai Institute The Muay Thai Institute has 3 types of Muay Thai (or
Thai boxing) courses for Thais as well as foreigners. The Muay Thai Institute was
established to promote the folk art of self defense at the national as well as international
level, which was established by the World Muay Thai Council. Besides foundation
courses which teach skills, provide experience, and enhance knowledge of the Muay
Thai culture, visitors can also apply for special programs to become Muay Thai instructors
or referees.